Author: Nicola Ferguson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 145160405X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
The Indispensable Guide to the Successful Garden. Now comprehensively revised and updated: over 40% of plants are NEW entries; all photographs are NEW; includes more detailed and NEW information -- USDA hardiness zones, additional plants of interest, etc; and two completely NEW chapters. You will find more than 1,470 plants organized by: GROWING CONDITIONS Plants that will grow in: Shallow soils over chalk Acid soils Heavy clay soils Polluted atmosphere Windswept, seaside sites Dry soils in hot, sunny sites Damp and wet soils Dry shade Dense shade PURPOSE Plants that can be used for: Ground-cover Climbers Hedges Fillers for crevices in paving Growing in containers (trees, shrubs and climbers) APPEARANCE Plants with: Variegated leaves Gray, blue-gray or silver leaves Red, purple or bronze leaves Yellow or yellow-green leaves Decorative, green foliage Colourful autumn foliage Aromatic leaves Ornamental fruit Ornamental bark and twigs Flowers suitable for cutting and drying Fragrant flowers Winter flowers Green flowers 'Black' plants A long, continuous flowering period Each plant is illustrated with a full color photograph and accompanied by a detailed description of its size, flowering season, needs and care. Right Plant, Right Place compresses a shelf full of reference books and a pile of seed catalogs into a single comprehensive guide to plant selection.
Right Plant, Right Place
Author: Nicola Ferguson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 145160405X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
The Indispensable Guide to the Successful Garden. Now comprehensively revised and updated: over 40% of plants are NEW entries; all photographs are NEW; includes more detailed and NEW information -- USDA hardiness zones, additional plants of interest, etc; and two completely NEW chapters. You will find more than 1,470 plants organized by: GROWING CONDITIONS Plants that will grow in: Shallow soils over chalk Acid soils Heavy clay soils Polluted atmosphere Windswept, seaside sites Dry soils in hot, sunny sites Damp and wet soils Dry shade Dense shade PURPOSE Plants that can be used for: Ground-cover Climbers Hedges Fillers for crevices in paving Growing in containers (trees, shrubs and climbers) APPEARANCE Plants with: Variegated leaves Gray, blue-gray or silver leaves Red, purple or bronze leaves Yellow or yellow-green leaves Decorative, green foliage Colourful autumn foliage Aromatic leaves Ornamental fruit Ornamental bark and twigs Flowers suitable for cutting and drying Fragrant flowers Winter flowers Green flowers 'Black' plants A long, continuous flowering period Each plant is illustrated with a full color photograph and accompanied by a detailed description of its size, flowering season, needs and care. Right Plant, Right Place compresses a shelf full of reference books and a pile of seed catalogs into a single comprehensive guide to plant selection.
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 145160405X
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
The Indispensable Guide to the Successful Garden. Now comprehensively revised and updated: over 40% of plants are NEW entries; all photographs are NEW; includes more detailed and NEW information -- USDA hardiness zones, additional plants of interest, etc; and two completely NEW chapters. You will find more than 1,470 plants organized by: GROWING CONDITIONS Plants that will grow in: Shallow soils over chalk Acid soils Heavy clay soils Polluted atmosphere Windswept, seaside sites Dry soils in hot, sunny sites Damp and wet soils Dry shade Dense shade PURPOSE Plants that can be used for: Ground-cover Climbers Hedges Fillers for crevices in paving Growing in containers (trees, shrubs and climbers) APPEARANCE Plants with: Variegated leaves Gray, blue-gray or silver leaves Red, purple or bronze leaves Yellow or yellow-green leaves Decorative, green foliage Colourful autumn foliage Aromatic leaves Ornamental fruit Ornamental bark and twigs Flowers suitable for cutting and drying Fragrant flowers Winter flowers Green flowers 'Black' plants A long, continuous flowering period Each plant is illustrated with a full color photograph and accompanied by a detailed description of its size, flowering season, needs and care. Right Plant, Right Place compresses a shelf full of reference books and a pile of seed catalogs into a single comprehensive guide to plant selection.
The Garden
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Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 584
Book Description
Publisher:
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Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 584
Book Description
Taylor's Encyclopedia of Garden Plants
Author: Frances Tenenbaum
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780618226443
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
With descriptions of more than 1,000 species, hundreds of line drawings, and 1,200 color photos, the "Taylor's Encyclopedia of Garden Plants" will be as useful 20 years from now as it is today.
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780618226443
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 464
Book Description
With descriptions of more than 1,000 species, hundreds of line drawings, and 1,200 color photos, the "Taylor's Encyclopedia of Garden Plants" will be as useful 20 years from now as it is today.
Coffee for Roses
Author: C. L. Fornari
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780989268837
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Long-held garden myths are revealed in Coffee for Roses as horticulture expert C.L. Fornari uncovers the truth behind common garden practices - the good, the bad, and the just plain silly. This fun, informative book will save you time, money and lots of unnecessary garden chores. --
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780989268837
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Long-held garden myths are revealed in Coffee for Roses as horticulture expert C.L. Fornari uncovers the truth behind common garden practices - the good, the bad, and the just plain silly. This fun, informative book will save you time, money and lots of unnecessary garden chores. --
Federal Register
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Category : Delegated legislation
Languages : en
Pages : 2184
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Delegated legislation
Languages : en
Pages : 2184
Book Description
Science For Tenth Class Part 3 Biology
Author: LAKHMIR SINGH
Publisher: S. Chand Publishing
ISBN: 9352831829
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
A series of six books for Classes IX and X according to the CBSE syllabus
Publisher: S. Chand Publishing
ISBN: 9352831829
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 336
Book Description
A series of six books for Classes IX and X according to the CBSE syllabus
Comprehensive Biotechnology II
Author: V. Sreekrishna
Publisher: New Age International
ISBN: 9788122418453
Category : Biotechnology
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
Biotechnology, Besides A Traditional Discipline, Is Advancing Fast Due To Its Application In Agriculture, Pharmaceutical Organizations, Public Health, Environmental Management, Bioenergetics, Geological Explorations And In Various Other Industries, Including As A Mean To Exploit Alternative Sources Of Energy. Developing Nations Are Striving Hard To Merge The Biotechnological Operation Into National Development, Improving Hard Core Economics And Also Seeking Strategies For International Tie Up And Cooperation.The Present Text Has Been Designed To Outline The Basic Concepts In Cell Biology, Genetics, Microbiology And Immunology, Thus Enabling Undergraduate And Postgraduate Students To Understand Fundamental Aspects Of Microbial Biotechnology And Biotechnology.
Publisher: New Age International
ISBN: 9788122418453
Category : Biotechnology
Languages : en
Pages : 496
Book Description
Biotechnology, Besides A Traditional Discipline, Is Advancing Fast Due To Its Application In Agriculture, Pharmaceutical Organizations, Public Health, Environmental Management, Bioenergetics, Geological Explorations And In Various Other Industries, Including As A Mean To Exploit Alternative Sources Of Energy. Developing Nations Are Striving Hard To Merge The Biotechnological Operation Into National Development, Improving Hard Core Economics And Also Seeking Strategies For International Tie Up And Cooperation.The Present Text Has Been Designed To Outline The Basic Concepts In Cell Biology, Genetics, Microbiology And Immunology, Thus Enabling Undergraduate And Postgraduate Students To Understand Fundamental Aspects Of Microbial Biotechnology And Biotechnology.
Plant Science for Gardeners
Author: Robert Pavlis
Publisher: New Society Publishers
ISBN: 1771423633
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
A little plant science grows a long way Plant Science for Gardeners empowers growers to analyze common problems, find solutions, and make better decisions in the garden for optimal plant health and productivity. Most gardeners learn by accumulating rules – water once a week, never dry out snowdrop bulbs, prune lilacs after flowering, plant garlic in October—the list is endless. Rules take years to learn and yet leave you floundering when the unexpected strikes and plants look unhealthy, produce poorly, or die. There is a better way. By understanding the basic biology of how plants grow, you can become a thinking gardener with the confidence to problem solve for optimized plant health and productivity. Learn the science and ditch the rules! Coverage includes: The biology of roots, stems, leaves, and flowers Understanding how plants function as whole organisms The role of nutrients and inputs Vegetables, flowers, grasses, and trees and shrubs Propagation and genetics Sidebars that explode common gardening myths Tips for evaluating plant problems and finding solutions. Whether you're a home gardener, micro-farmer, market gardener, or homesteader, this entertaining and accessible guide shortens the learning curve and gives you the knowledge to succeed no matter where you live. AWARDS SILVER (tie) | 2023 IPPY Awards: Science
Publisher: New Society Publishers
ISBN: 1771423633
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
A little plant science grows a long way Plant Science for Gardeners empowers growers to analyze common problems, find solutions, and make better decisions in the garden for optimal plant health and productivity. Most gardeners learn by accumulating rules – water once a week, never dry out snowdrop bulbs, prune lilacs after flowering, plant garlic in October—the list is endless. Rules take years to learn and yet leave you floundering when the unexpected strikes and plants look unhealthy, produce poorly, or die. There is a better way. By understanding the basic biology of how plants grow, you can become a thinking gardener with the confidence to problem solve for optimized plant health and productivity. Learn the science and ditch the rules! Coverage includes: The biology of roots, stems, leaves, and flowers Understanding how plants function as whole organisms The role of nutrients and inputs Vegetables, flowers, grasses, and trees and shrubs Propagation and genetics Sidebars that explode common gardening myths Tips for evaluating plant problems and finding solutions. Whether you're a home gardener, micro-farmer, market gardener, or homesteader, this entertaining and accessible guide shortens the learning curve and gives you the knowledge to succeed no matter where you live. AWARDS SILVER (tie) | 2023 IPPY Awards: Science
American Florist
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Category : Floriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 1016
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Floriculture
Languages : en
Pages : 1016
Book Description
Lilacs
Author: John L. Fiala
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 0881927953
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
Covers all aspects of the selection, growth, and propagation of lilacs along with information on their landscape use, companion plants, and the history and origin of each lilac species.
Publisher: Timber Press
ISBN: 0881927953
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 418
Book Description
Covers all aspects of the selection, growth, and propagation of lilacs along with information on their landscape use, companion plants, and the history and origin of each lilac species.